December weather forecastNikki, Benin

December

Weather in December

December wraps up the year with an impressive display of clear skies and minimal rainfall, registering no precipitation. The weather remains consistent with that of November, upholding the bright and dry outlook. Wind speeds pick up slightly, providing a much-needed balance to the increasing temperatures. A drop in the humidity level indicates a shift in the weather pattern towards the year-end. This blend of conditions sets a comfortable tone for the upcoming festivities and celebrations in Nikki, Benin.

Temperature

During December, Nikki records an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 35.5°C (95.9°F), marking a slight divergence from November's 35°C (95°F). Nikki observes a dramatic plunge from daytime highs in December, settling at an average low-temperature of 20°C (68°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 23%.

Rainfall

The only month without rainfall is December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Nikki, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:37 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Nikki are January and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

In Nikki, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.5°C (95.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 20°C (68°F). In November, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 40°C (104°F).

In Nikki, the average relative humidity in December is 23%.

The only month without rainfall is December.

In December, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.

With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Nikki, Benin.

The average day length in December is 11h and 34min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:37 WAT.

The months with the most sunshine are January and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

In Nikki, the average sunshine duration in December is 10h.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Nikki, Benin

  • Average high temperature in December: 35.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Nikki, Benin

  • Average pressure in December: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Nikki, Benin

  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Nikki, Benin

  • Average humidity in December: 23%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (22%).

Average rainfall in December
Nikki, Benin

  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Nikki, Benin

  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nikki, Benin

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nikki, Benin

  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Nikki, Benin

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December
Nikki, Benin

  • Average cloud cover in December: 3

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in December
Nikki, Benin

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).